Truecaller’s Game Over? CNAP Will Show Caller Name Automatically On Your Phone; Check Key Differences And How To Check Activation
CNAP Vs Truecaller In India: CNAP uses Aadhaar-linked telecom records as its data source, which means the caller name shown is based on official SIM registration details.
Dec 22, 2025, 21:00 PM IST
TRAI Gives Stakeholders Extra Time To Submit Comments On Interconnection Rules Review- Details
The telecom regulatory body said last month that it has taken major action against spam and fraud in the telecom sector, disconnecting more than 21 lakh mobile numbers and blacklisting around one lakh entities over the past year.
Dec 08, 2025, 14:13 PM IST
TRAI Takes Action On Over 21 Lakh Fraudulent Numbers In One Year
The regulator also reminded users not to share personal or banking details over calls, messages, or social media, and to disconnect immediately if they receive threatening or suspicious communication.
Nov 24, 2025, 20:22 PM IST
TRAI Orders Mandatory Adoption Of 1600-Series Numbers By Banks, Fin Services, Insurance Firms
The structured and time-bound adoption of the 1600-series is expected to significantly improve consumer safety and help curb impersonation-based financial frauds perpetrated through voice calls.
Nov 19, 2025, 20:10 PM IST
TRAI Mandates Pre‑Tagging Of Variables In SMS Content Templates To Curb Fraud
With the introduction of mandatory pre-tagging, these variable elements will now have to be categorised and registered upfront by the principal entities (PE), making them traceable and accountable.
Nov 18, 2025, 22:03 PM IST
TRAI Launches Consultation Paper To Overhaul Nine Key Interconnection Regulations
India’s telecom sector has undergone massive technological changes, making parts of the old interconnection rules obsolete.
Nov 10, 2025, 19:10 PM IST
TRAI Releases Consultation Paper On Auction Of Radio Frequency Spectrum
The government conducted auction of spectrum in the 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, 3300 MHz and 26 GHz bands during June 2024.
Sep 30, 2025, 19:05 PM IST
TRAI Issues Formal Response To DoT's Back-Reference On Recommendations
After consulting stakeholders and industry representatives, TRAI submitted its detailed recommendations on February 17, 2025.
Aug 13, 2025, 20:40 PM IST
TRAI Issues Advisory On Fraudulent Activities Misusing Its Name
These include impersonation of TRAI officials through calls, messages, forged documents, and fraudulent letterheads to threaten or mislead individuals and coerce them into sharing personal information or transferring money.
Aug 06, 2025, 19:25 PM IST
India’s Telecom Subscriber Base Crosses 1.2 Billion Mark: TRAI
The total subscriber base increased from 1,189.92 million in December 2024 to 1,200.80 million in March 2025. Tele-density also rose during the quarter -- reflecting better connectivity across urban and rural areas.
Jun 20, 2025, 17:07 PM IST
TRAI Launches Consultation Paper On Assignment Of More Microwave Spectrum
According to the official statement, the comments and counter-comments may be sent, preferably in electronic form, to advmn@trai.gov.in.
May 28, 2025, 12:57 PM IST
How Much Is 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G Coverage In Your Area? Now You Can Check It On Your Telco's Website
As per TRI mandate telecom service providers have published mobile network coverage maps on their websites offering user-friendly features.
Apr 10, 2025, 10:37 AM IST
Got Any Call On Disconnection Of Mobile Number Due To Billing, KYC? TRAI Says...
TRAI has advised citizens to be vigilant and do not get panicked to fall prey to suspected Fraudsters. They are further advised to cross-verify such Calls by contacting the authorized Call Centres or Customer Service Centres of the respective TSP.
Apr 08, 2025, 11:26 AM IST
Spam Calls: Over 1.75 Lakh Unauthorized DID Numbers Disconnected By DoT
Citizens can use Sanchar Sathi App to report misuse of telecom resources in cybercrime and cyber frauds, Ministry of Communications said.
Apr 03, 2025, 07:10 AM IST
TRAI Responds To DoT On Telecom Infra Sharing, Spectrum Sharing And Leasing
Considering the request of stakeholders to permit inter-band spectrum sharing and leasing of spectrum in the country, the Authority decided to take up the issues related to spectrum sharing and spectrum leasing along with the issues related to infrastructure sharing in the stakeholders’ consultation.
Mar 26, 2025, 11:11 AM IST
Centre Warns Telcos Of Fine Up To Rs 10 Lakh Over Failure To Curb Spam
A financial disincentive (FD) of Rs 2 lakh for first instance of violation, Rs 5 lakh for second instance of violation and Rs 10 lakh per instance for subsequent instances of violation, shall be imposed on access providers in case of misreporting of the count of UCC.
Feb 13, 2025, 11:53 AM IST
Centre Cracks Down On Spoofed International Calls, Telcos Block Over 20 Carriers
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently launched an indigenously-developed International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System, along with all telecom service providers (TSPs).
Jan 25, 2025, 13:30 PM IST
TRAI Issued Message On Validity Of SIM Card For 90 Days Despite Not Recharging? Check Truth Behind The Viral Post
A viral message is doing the rounds on the social media stating that validity of SIM card will remain for 90 days, despite customers not recharging it.
Jan 24, 2025, 13:06 PM IST
Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vi Introduce SMS-Only plans For Prepaid Users --Check Tariff Details
Major Telcos have introduced new voice and SMS only prepaid plans after TRAI's last month mandate on the same.
Jan 24, 2025, 10:30 AM IST
TRAI Ensuring Implementation Of Message Traceability For Safe SMS Service
In compliance of these directions, all Access Providers have since deployed the required technical solutions.
Dec 01, 2024, 15:07 PM IST